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The Toronto Blue Jays have reached a preliminary agreement with SP Wade Miller (Cubs) on a minor league contract, according to Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com. The deal is pending the completion of a physical exam.

Updating a previous report, Carrie Muskat, of Chicago.Cubs.MLB.com, reports Chicago Cubs SP Wade Miller (back, shoulder) was encouraged by his rehab start Wednesday, July 25, for Double-A Tennessee, however, his velocity is still not improving very much. "It's not any worse than it was a couple months ago," Miller said. "I'm not making great strides like I'd like to but I'm not ready to give it up either." Miller is not sure what the next step in his rehab will be.

Carrie Muskat, of Chicago.Cubs.MLB.com, reports Chicago Cubs SP Wade Miller (back, shoulder) threw a bullpen session for pitching coach Larry Rothschild Sunday, July 22, however, there is still no word on when he will make his next rehab start.

Updating a continuing story, PJStar.com reports Chicago Cubs SP Wade Miller (back/shoulder) pitched three innings in a rehab start with Class A Peoria Sunday, July 15. He allowed two earned runs on four hits while fanning five and walking none.

Carrie Muskat, of Cubs.MLB.com, reports Chicago Cubs SP Wade Miller (shoulder) had a successful bullpen session Sunday, July 8, and could make a rehab start for Class A Peoria on July 15. "It's the best he's thrown the ball," manager Lou Piniella said. "That's good news. He's finally on the right path."